Podcasts about Spiritualism

Ghosts and Things: The Material Culture of Nineteenth-Century Spiritualism (Cornell University Press, 2025) by Dr. Aviva Briefel argues that Victorians turned to the dead to understand the material culture of their present. With the rise of spiritualism in Britain in the early 1850s, séances invited participants to contact ghosts using material things, from ordinary household furniture to specialized technologies invented to register the presence of spirits. In its supernatural object lessons, Victorian spiritualism was not just a mystical movement centered on the dead but also a practical resource for learning how to negotiate the uncanniness of life under capitalism. Dr. Briefel explores how spiritualism compelled séance participants to speculate on the manufacture of spectral clothing; ponder the hidden histories and energies of parlor furniture; confront the humiliations of consumerism as summoned spirits pelted them with exotic fruits; and comprehend modes of mechanical reproduction, like photography and electrotyping, that had the power to shape identities. Dr. Briefel argues that spiritualist practices and the objects they employed offered both believers and skeptics unexpected frameworks for grappling with the often-invisible forces of labor, consumption, exploitation, and exchange that haunted their everyday lives. Ghosts and Things reveals how spiritualism's explorations of the borderland between life and death, matter and spirit, produced a strange and seductive combination of wonder and discomfort that allowed participants to experience the possibilities and precarities of industrial modernity in novel ways. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Tiger King InterviewWhat it's like being in jail with Ted Kaczynski.What were the charges?Political ambitionsSevered tiger heads in the court room.DeportationsHow Joe got started with tigers and exotic animals.Employee injuries.Dealing with tragedy and how to enjoy life.Religion and Joe's connection with God.Paranormal experiences, orbs and ghosts.The Rest of the EpisodeBonding over miso soup, Sumo's mad at Cassandra.Spaying and neutering your pets is cruel. Bob Barker is a bit devilish.You can just do things.Calvinism.Skyrim dragon shouts are very biblically accurate, a divine language.Joel Osteen's philosophyCan you negate God's good plans for your life by speaking negatively?Trump speaking things into reality, counter-signaling curses.The Parable of the Unjust Steward.You can't argue with the results.Links and Musicwww.joeexoticofficial.comI Saw a Tiger Original by Joe ExoticAncient Sanctuary – Gestral Summer Party by Lorien TestardMore Linkswww.MAPSOC.orgFollow Sumo on TwitterAlternate Current RadioSupport the Show!Subscribe to the Podcast on GumroadSubscribe to the Podcast on PatreonBuy Us a Tibetan Herbal TeaSumo's SubstacksHoly is He Who WrestlesModern Pulp

We just can't leave the new age behind. This week, we dive back in and cover some interesting spiritualism subreddits. Maybe we're finally done with this topic for now.Support the showStarting your own podcast? Use this link to receive a $20 Amazon gift card when you sign up for a paid account with Buzzsprout!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1671664LinktreeBuy us a beer!Join us in Discord!DLUTI.comUnplanned PodnancyUndefined Graphics (Photography & Graphic Design)Ghoulish MortalsInquiries: dlutipod@gmail.comDon't Look Under The Internet PO BOX 6437 Aurora IL 60598

Ghosts and Things: The Material Culture of Nineteenth-Century Spiritualism (Cornell University Press, 2025) by Dr. Aviva Briefel argues that Victorians turned to the dead to understand the material culture of their present. With the rise of spiritualism in Britain in the early 1850s, séances invited participants to contact ghosts using material things, from ordinary household furniture to specialized technologies invented to register the presence of spirits. In its supernatural object lessons, Victorian spiritualism was not just a mystical movement centered on the dead but also a practical resource for learning how to negotiate the uncanniness of life under capitalism. Dr. Briefel explores how spiritualism compelled séance participants to speculate on the manufacture of spectral clothing; ponder the hidden histories and energies of parlor furniture; confront the humiliations of consumerism as summoned spirits pelted them with exotic fruits; and comprehend modes of mechanical reproduction, like photography and electrotyping, that had the power to shape identities. Dr. Briefel argues that spiritualist practices and the objects they employed offered both believers and skeptics unexpected frameworks for grappling with the often-invisible forces of labor, consumption, exploitation, and exchange that haunted their everyday lives. Ghosts and Things reveals how spiritualism's explorations of the borderland between life and death, matter and spirit, produced a strange and seductive combination of wonder and discomfort that allowed participants to experience the possibilities and precarities of industrial modernity in novel ways. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In this thirty-second installment of fictional horror written and narrated by Dan Cummins.... we head to Bristol County, Massachusetts, where struggling horror author Brad Collins's desperation for another hit book leads him to experiment with the occult. When he realizes that his words - if they even are his words - have tragic real life consequences, will he stop writing? Or will he still finishBurn the Witch?This episode was scored by Logan Keith. We recommend listening with headphones to experience the full effect of all the creepy background noises! If you like this episode, please let us know wherever you rate and review podcasts. Thanks so much!For Merch and everything else Bad Magic related, head to: https://www.badmagicproductions.com

"I knew what I wanted, but there was something inside me that was like, ‘No.' And for the first time—I listened to that voice." In this deeply moving episode, I'm joined once again by Dr. Leah Taylor— PhD in Mind-Body Medicine, somatic psychologist, healer, and creator of Embodied Groove. Together, we reflect on her powerful journey of transformation inside The Mothership, where she confronted her core wound of unworthiness, released old survival patterns, and reclaimed her creative power.Leah opens up about the turning points that defined the last year—from walking away from a job that didn't meet her value, to building her own thriving client base, to ultimately returning to work under her terms. She also reveals the internal shifts that allowed her to stop sidelining her true soul's work—Embodied Groove—and finally step into it as her legacy.We talk about entrepreneurship through the lens of healing: how honoring your body, emotions, and intuition are the keys to sustainable success, and why inner child work is non-negotiable when you're building a soul-led business. This conversation isn't just about strategy—it's about sovereignty.If you've ever wrestled with self-worth, felt torn between your job and your calling, or feared putting your heart-led work out into the world—this episode will speak directly to you.Press play and experience what happens when a woman stops abandoning herself and fully chooses her path.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:53) In Today's Episode...Dr. Leah Taylor and The Mothership(04:33) The Mothership Flash Sale Opportunity(07:32) The Minimorphosis Special Q&A(10:16) My Job Left Me. The Core Wound Realization(17:40) Shifting The Perspective: Job vs Business(22:30) What is Embodied Groove?(32:51) This is My Thing: Overcoming  Traumas to Make it Happen(35:37) Parent-Child Dynamics and Unspoken Fears. Embracing Growth(41:36) Opening Up the Energy(44:15) The Power of Intuition in Business(49:46) The Mothership: Helping in Manifesting Success and Healing Core Wounds(53:09) Reflecting on the Biggest Creations: Joshua Tree Music Festival(58:57) The Inside/Outside Balance**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**  When you leave a review of the podcast, send us a screenshot and we'll send you a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.The Mothership gain access to my entire body of work. If you want to join, take advantage of the FLASH SALE running for the next 7 days. Get your first month at only $111 = $444 off your first payment!The Minimorphosis Learn my Simple 5 Step Inner Child Healing Process to dissolve the one core wound that slows down your growth. Use code HEAL at checkout to purchase for only $33! You'll also receive a free Q&A call with me to learn how to apply these tools to your specific situation.CONTACT DR. LEAH TAYLORdrleahtaylor.comFollow on IG drleahtaylorCONTACT ALYSE@alyse_breathesalysebreathes.comJoin my FB groupinfo@alysebreathes.com

Moses Hull was a silver tongued Adventist evangelist who gave up his faith in favor of dialoging with the dead. His fall from grace has become a fearful narrative deployed by Adventists to keep away from slippery slopes that might lead to Spiritualism. But do we have the whole story? In this episode Seth invites Matthew Lucio, Greg Howell, and Shawn Brace to explore one of Adventism's cautionary tales related to talking with the dead.  Show Notes Podcast | Adventist Pilgrimage with Greg Howell and Michael Campbell - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adventist-pilgrimage/id1558388185; Podcast | Adventist History Podcast with Matthew Lucio - https://www.adventisthistorypodcast.org/; Shawn Brace's Substack, Reimagining Faith -  https://shawnbrace.substack.com

Matthew's ghost hunting origin story and personal landmark cases.How to use technology and radio waves to communicate with ghosts.Tesla and Edison's “Ghost phones.”Spirits existing as electromagnetic frequencies.Taunting ghosts and how Sumo wants to get into a physical fight with a demon.The ghost of Henry Dickson and the Big Tunnel.The Hitchiker Phenomenon, the Estes Method and how to get started with ghost hunting.The religious community is allergic to spirits being real. The Catholic church should be at the forefront of paranormal investigations.How divination worksHow to profit off ghosts and demons.Why do the evil prosper?America is Chaotic Neutral, harnessing promethean fire to spit in the face of God.LinksEvel Ogilville on SubstackObscura VoxMore Linkswww.MAPSOC.orgFollow Sumo on TwitterAlternate Current RadioSupport the Show!Subscribe to the Podcast on GumroadSubscribe to the Podcast on PatreonBuy Us a Tibetan Herbal TeaSumo's SubstacksHoly is He Who WrestlesModern Pulp

"Guard your consciousness because our consciousness is our most most precious thing that we have."Welcome to the grand finale of the Bewitched series. Robyn and I wrap up this intense journey, reflecting on lessons learned and closing the book. We discuss the ethical responsibility we felt and the personal cost of sharing these stories.I share 11 patterns of manipulation I tracked across guest stories, explaining how they relate to childhood relational trauma and exploiting "soft spots", like creating trauma bonds and gaslighting. Robyn adds personality insights, contrasting the Dark Tetrad with the Light Triad. We touch on how traits like openness and agreeableness, combined with trauma, may make accomplished, intuitive women susceptible. Discernment is crucial.We also address the question of why Betty's identity was not revealed. We're excited to continue podcasting, collaborating on new content focusing on ethics, integrity, and standards in the healing and spiritual leadership space. We want to thank all of the women who wanted to come forward with their stories and experiences. And also, everyone who showed their support, caring and interest in the series. You rock!This episode is an invitation to safeguard your consciousness, become aware of red flags, do your deeper work, and keep the conversation going so these patterns don't happen in this way again.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:52) Closing the Book on Bewitched(02:32) Programs, Offerings and Discounts(06:43) The Grand Finale Lightning Round(13:46) The Ethical Imperative: Why We Had to Speak(19:53) Uncovering the Patterns of Manipulation(22:25) Pattern 1 - Your Trauma, Her Profit: The Trauma Bond Tactic(27:25) Patterns 2-4: Bait, Whiplash & The Confusion Matrix(34:12) Patterns 5-7: Energetic Control, Isolation & Loyalty(39:44) Patterns 8-9: Projected Copying & Banishing Dissent(42:52) Pattern 10: You're So Special! (Exploiting Your Unmet Needs)(49:38) Pattern 11: Problems Without Solutions(51:57) Personality Insights: The Dark Tetrad vs. Light Triad(01:02:57) Open, Agreeable & Easily Hypnotized: The Painful Familiar(01:07:13) Closing the Chapter on "Betty" & Revoking Validation(01:13:09) Looking Ahead: Ethics, Integrity & New Projects(01:20:39) Final Blessing: Guard Your Consciousness**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**  When you leave a review of the podcast, send us a screenshot and we'll send you a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.  The Metamorphosis starts its next round at the end of the month. This is my groundbreaking, flagship program, and the path to discover your deeper purpose. Start making money doing what you love.The Minimorphosis Learn my Simple 5 Step Inner Child Healing Process to dissolve the one core wound that slows down your growth. Use code HEAL at checkout to purchase for only $33!The Metamorphosis MethodCONTACT ROBYN drrobynmckay.com InstagramListen to She{ology}CONTACT ALYSE@alyse_breathesalysebreathes.cominfo@alysebreathes.com

Please join Samantha and Denise in welcoming Wendy Lyon! Wendy is a Spiritualist Medium and Tutor who has been involved in Spiritualism since the mid-1990's. She has studied at the Arthur Findlay College and has been an Officiant of the Spiritualists National Union since 2022. Wendy holds a Diploma in demonstrating, teaching and speaking. In […]

Many of us have plenty of experiences with math, especially when we were younger. Perhaps some of your memories of what math was like for you in school are unpleasant, to say the least. Yet there are many people who are passionate about mathematics, especially Christians who see mathematics as the God-given language by which we can better understand not only the physical world around us, but God Himself. Naturalism has no real answers for why mathematics is so useful and even beautiful and practical not only for doing science, but in our everyday lives. And how are beauty and mathematics linked? What do beauty and math tell us about God Himself? This week we wrap up our conversation with youth leader, math professor, friend of Watchman Fellowship and Christian apologist Paige Lehrmann. Paige will share with us her passion about mathematics, beauty, and how we can incorporate them in our defense for the hope that is in us (1 Peter 3:15). Paige Lehrmann is the Director of Student Ministries at St. Andrew's Community Church in Oklahoma City and a student at Dallas Theological Seminary. She earned her B.A. in Philosophy and Mathematics from Oklahoma Baptist University, where she completed an interdisciplinary thesis on the Trinity. Paige went on to pursue graduate studies in mathematics at the University of Oklahoma and has taught as an adjunct professor at Mid-America Christian University. She has presented at apologetics conferences on topics such as the Trinity, the divinity of Christ, and theistic arguments from beauty. Through her work, she hopes to help others think deeply about faith, truth, and the beauty of the Gospel.You may contact Paige via email at Paige.lehrmann@gmail.com. Free Resources from Watchman Fellowship Atheist New Testament scholar Dr. Bart D. Ehrman: www.watchman.org/Ehrman  Atheism: www.watchman.org/Atheism  Latter-day Saints: www.watchman.org/Mormonism Panpsychism: https://www.watchman.org/files/ProfilePanpsychism.pdf The New Age Movement: https://www.watchman.org/profiles/pdf/newageprofile.pdf Hinduism: https://www.watchman.org/staff/jwalker/ProfileHinduism.pdf Additional ResourcesFREE: We are also offering a subscription to our 4-page bimonthly Profiles here: www.watchman.org/FreePROFILE NOTEBOOK: Order the complete collection of Watchman Fellowship Profiles (around 700 pages -- from Astrology to Zen Buddhism) in either printed or PDF formats here: www.watchman.org/NotebookSUPPORT: Help us create more content like this. Make a tax-deductible donation here: www.watchman.org/GiveApologetics Profile is a ministry of Watchman Fellowship For more information, visit www.watchman.org © 2025 Watchman Fellowship, Inc.

"I had no sexual energy. I couldn't feel anything. That's when I knew—we were siphoned."In this final and explosive interview of the Bewitched series, Baljit Rayat steps forward with a harrowing story that spans nearly two decades. As the first student to ever learn the Akashic Records from Betty, Baljit didn't just witness the rise of a spiritual leader—she lived through the full descent into chaos, control, and cult-like manipulation.What began in 2006 as a path of spiritual awakening and mentorship slowly evolved into a twisted entanglement of gaslighting, psychosis, and psychic entrapment. Baljit recounts the signs she missed, the energy shifts she ignored, and the moments when her body began showing symptoms—weight gain, lost libido, mental fog—of being psychically infiltrated. But nothing prepared her for the Santa Fe retreat, where psychodrama erupted, euphoria blurred into confusion, and something darker came through under the guise of sacred ritual.From being telepathically pressured to rejoin programs, Baljit unveils how Betty's tactics became coercive, paranoid, and surreal. She opens up about the soul-crushing aftermath, the moment she finally blocked Betty, and the freedom that followed.This episode is about reclaiming your energy, breaking the spell, and waking up to the truth.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:52) In Today's Episode...Baljit Rayat and the Final Chapter(02:11) Upcoming Episode: 11 Patterns of Manipulation and Personality Profiling(03:32) The Metamorphosis(05:02) Welcoming Baljit's Unique Perspective(07:10) Baljit's First Steps with Betty and Initial Red Flags(12:28) The Shift and The Pandemic Impact(17:51) Spiritual Psychosis and The Santa Fe Retreat(24:10) The Blue Lotus Tea and Mind Games(31:14) The Santa Fe Aftermath - Bye Betty, You're Hijacked(36:59) Croatia and The Male Entity(46:49) Cult-Like Behavior(52:57) Unveiling Hidden Transformations, Psychic Attacks, and Targeting(55:26) The Shift in Energy - Who's Above Betty?(58:06) Trauma Bonding, Infiltration, and Revelations(01:05:21) Psychological and Energetic Insights(01:07:47) The San Diego Trauma Reveal(01:16:28) Galactic Interference - The Portal is Open(01:23:49) Who Made You, Betty?(01:27:30) Betty's Training System Exposed(01:39:11) Where Do We Go From Here?**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**  When you leave a review of the podcast, send us a screenshot and we'll send you a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.  The Metamorphosis starts its next round in just a few days. This is my groundbreaking, flagship program, and the path to discover your deeper purpose. Start making money doing what you love. Join today to get $500 OFF. And if you've done it before, you can take it again with an alumni special discount. CONTACT BALJITVisit her linktree to access all of her offerings and workCONTACT ROBYN drrobynmckay.com InstagramListen to She{ology}CONTACT ALYSEFinancial Freedom for Spiritual Entrepreneurs@alyse_breathesalysebreathes.com

Penny & Midge discuss the Fox Sisters, two young women who became the faces of Spiritualism movement, through their rise to fame and later struggles. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch! Cover art by Alex Zimdars

For Episode 13 of Pop Apocalypse, we welcome Shannon Taggart, an American photographer, writer, researcher, and curator known for exploring how photography can navigate boundaries between the seen and unseen. Her book, Séance (Fulger Press, 2019), offers hundreds of photographs documenting contemporary Spiritualism across the U.S. and Britain. We discuss what sparked Shannon's interests in Spiritualism, the intersecting histories of photography and Spiritualism, ectoplasm, what inspires people to become mediums, and the techniques she developed for photographing the invisible.

Have you ever been so affected by fear that you lost touch with the "truth?" Do you know how to find your way back to what is true when you are overwhelmed with anxiety and fear?This week join Nancy Smith and her guest, Mary Digiovanni, Pastor of the Greater Boston Church of Spiritualism. Mary and Nancy will discuss the collective energy of fear and the lies that support it. We will also discuss strategies for getting out of fear so that you can grow, learn, and see with clarity. We are creating our own reality, so it's better to align yourself with the highest source for the best results possible!I am Looking forward to this talk!Live Tuesdays at 7 pm ET on Facebook ⁠https://www.facebook.com/NancyofAngelscapes⁠ Join us and post comments and questions!

Number stations, what are they? Listening to some recordings.Austin Metcalf, Sumo doesn't like Texas, curated reality, faux outrage.Psy-ops always have tells.Using twins is the perfect way to fake things.Even if it's fake, it's real.Sumo's adventures with a real-life black man, and stickers.Being mad is easier than being happy.The system is not in control, you are.Rule #1: They always have to tell you. The devil can never lie, one-eye symbolism.How money works.Rule #2: Everything is a contract.More Linkswww.MAPSOC.orgFollow Sumo on TwitterAlternate Current RadioSupport the Show!Subscribe to the Podcast on GumroadSubscribe to the Podcast on PatreonBuy Us a Tibetan Herbal TeaSumo's SubstacksHoly is He Who WrestlesModern Pulp

"I love you, so I'm going to beat you… then tell you I love you again."That's how Brenda describes the psychological undertow that pulled her into—and kept her in—Betty's web for nearly a decade.In this piercing episode of the Bewitched series, Brenda Reiss joins us to unpack her long, layered experience with Betty, dating all the way back to 2014. What started as a business mentorship for a corporate escapee turned into an eerily familiar cycle of emotional manipulation, shame-laced power plays, and spiritual gaslighting.Brenda takes us through every twist: the way Betty shamed clients into MLM schemes under the guise of financial empowerment, the bizarre telepathic “nudges” that seemed to lure her back whenever she tried to walk away, and the chaos of energetically loaded retreats where nothing was clear, yet everything felt controlling.This episode hits hard with real-life cult tactics masquerading as coaching: isolating clients, confusing group dynamics, trauma bonding masked as healing, and the ever-slippery line between mentor and manipulator.Brenda's story is a masterclass in the slow, subtle erosion of personal power—and her emergence from that fog is both a cautionary tale and a powerful reclamation of sovereignty.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:53) In Today's Episode...Brenda Reiss(02:38) Shame is At The Bottom of The Sundae(06:47) Benefits of The Metamorphosis(09:22) Brenda's Beginning with Betty: The Pull and The Shame(18:02) Childhood Trauma: Advantage Betty. Business Development Mess(33:06) 2020: Confusion, Freemasons, and Energetic Manipulation(40:10) Struggling with Self-Doubt and Authority. The Abdication(45:56) Trauma and Cult Accusations. The Brain Tumor Theory(54:58) The Santa Fe Retreat Chaos(01:05:36) Entity Walk-In Experience vs John of God(01:11:50) The Change and A Shocking Voxer Message(01:15:53) Reluctance About The Croatia Retreat(01:18:42) Odd Experiences in Croatia(01:23:07) The "Tea" Ceremony and Becoming Betty's Entourage(01:28:49) The Final Straw(01:34:43) Altered State of Consciousness: Aftermath Reflections(01:42:20) I'm Done - WTF Just Happened?**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**  When you leave a review of the podcast, send us a screenshot and we'll send you a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.  The Metamorphosis starts its next round in May. This is my groundbreaking, flagship program, and the path to discover your deeper purpose. Start making money doing what you love. Join now to get $500 OFF. And if you've done it before, you can take it again with an alumni special discount. CONTACT BRENDAVisit her linktree to access all of her offerings and workCONTACT ROBYN drrobynmckay.com InstagramListen to She{ology}CONTACT ALYSEFinancial Freedom for Spiritual Entrepreneurs@alyse_breathesalysebreathes.com

This week C.J. and Kent discuss the practice of police in rural Wisconsin of dropping unhoused people off in cities with no support and Aaron Jones' return to the City of Green Bay for the NFL draft. For the main topic they discuss an article Harry Houdini wrote about his debunking of Spiritualist séances.

Doug Skinner has contributed to The Fortean Times, Fate, Weirdo, Nickelodeon, Cabinet, Typo, and other fine publications. His many books include short stories, a novel (Nominata), and translations of many Bohemians, occultists, and visionaries, including Alphonse Allais, Charles Cros, Alfred Jarry, Luigi Russolo, and Giovanni Battists Nazari.Visit Doug's website here: https://www.dougskinner.net/He has written music for theater and dance, most conspicuously for Bill Irwin's show The Regard of Flight, which toured for decades. His albums That Regrettable Weekend, It All Went Pfft, and An Afternoon in the Arboretum are available on Bandcamp.TV and movie appearances include Great Performances, Martin Mull's Talent Takes a Holiday, Ed, Crocodile Dundee II, and several of George Kuchar's videos. He has played piano on the BBC, played ukulele on the Joe Franklin Show and at an Aerosmith release party, MC'd at the Rainbow and Stars, read the audiobook of Kiarna Boyd's scary novel Blessed and Cursed Alike, and lectured on various questionable topics at the American Visionary Art Museum, the Morbid Anatomy Museum, the Bakken Museum of Electricity in Healing, the Minneapolis Institute of Art, and other places.For many years, he has maintained a tribute site to his close friend: The late, great, Fortean writer, John Keel, at https://www.johnkeel.com/And Doug's book on anomalous music, Music From Elsewhere, was published last year by Strange Attractor Books in the UK, and is distributed in the US by the MIT Press.it is available from Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Music-Elsewhere-Haunting-Afterlife-Worlds/dp/1913689212The accompanying music for the book is available here, on Bandcamp: https://strangeattractorpress.bandcamp.com/album/music-from-elsewhereDoug visits with Talking Weird to chat about his book MUSIC FROM ELSEWHERE: A compendium of other musics, channelled from the spirit world, the fairy kingdom, outer space, secret societies and occult lodges.Along with talking about music from these other worlds, Doug also shares some of the music itself! This is a unique and fascinating episode, with one of the most erudite and witty personalities of the Fortean field. Do not miss it!

Text Abby and AlanToday we discuss the history of the Lincoln's, The Booth's and the intersection of the White House and the Occult. But more importantly, this history is really a reflection of a nation divided, and the aftermath of grief. It doesn't seem so far away from the current state of the state. SourcesWhitehousehistory.org article by Alexandra Kommel: Seances in The Red Room. CSUN University Library: The Edwin Booth Family CollectionNational Geographic Article by Parissa Djangi: Seances at the White HouseIn The Houses of Their Dead by Terry AlfordGet Lunatics Merch here. Join the discussion on Discord. Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback. Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep.Follow us on TikTok, X, Instragram and YouTube. Join the conversation on Discord. Support us on Patreon. Support the show

What do you do when the mentor you trusted becomes the monster you never saw coming?Today we have Elizabeth Purvis on the show. Elizabeth thought she had found her match: a magnetic spiritual leader with a bold vision, unshakeable confidence, and a promise to unlock the deepest realms of transformation and magic. But behind the veil of light and leadership, something darker simmered. In this gripping episode, Elizabeth recounts her long and complex relationship with Betty, tracing it from fascination to disillusionment—and ultimately, reclamation.Drawn in by Betty's charisma and promise of elevated consciousness, spiritual mastery, and access to powerful circles, Elizabeth entered with eyes wide open. What she didn't expect was how quickly admiration would blur into confusion, betrayal, and manipulation.We follow Elizabeth's path through cognitive dissonance, spiritual gaslighting, and professional entanglement—including being hired by Betty herself. As the cracks widened, Elizabeth faced the truth: this wasn't a sacred mentorship. It was a trauma-fueled hierarchy, propped up by smoke, mirrors, and energetic puppeteering.But this isn't a story of defeat—it's a story of discernment and power reclaimed. With brutal honesty, Elizabeth shares how she finally broke the spell, buried the illusion, and spoke the words that needed to be said.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:53) In Today's Episode... The Importance of Trauma Healing(02:33) Ethics in the Practitioner-Client Relationship(05:48) Upcoming Programs(09:04) Elizabeth's Background in Wicca - Bringing Magic to The Mainstream(21:22) Meeting Betty(26:51) The Honeymoon Period, Navigating Personal and Professional Challenges, and First Red Flags(39:05) The Crisis Point. Boundaries Betty, Boundaries(45:20) Walt, Tarot and Guidance...What Magic?(54:58) The Golden Betty Years(57:27) We All Wear Multiple Hats. The Gossip(01:07:42) Betty "The Client"(01:14:08) The "Entity" Walks In(01:16:45) Confronting IP Issues(01:20:32) Poking the Bear and Breaking Away(01:25:06) Lessons Learned(01:28:32) What The Hell Happened?**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**  When you leave a review of the podcast, send us a screenshot and we'll send you a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.  Past Lives & Money You can still jump in. I show you how to clear the past life trauma that comes up for most spiritual women. Take advantage of the special price before it goes up again. The Metamorphosis starts its next round in May. This is my groundbreaking, flagship program, and the path to discover your deeper purpose. Start making money doing what you love. Join now to get $500 OFF.CONTACT ELIZABETHIG elizpurvis7figuregoddess.comCONTACT ROBYN drrobynmckay.com InstagramListen to She{ology}CONTACT ALYSE Financial Freedom for Spiritual Entrepreneurs@alyse_breathesalysebreathes.com

Sumo goes and meets Elvis in real life (allegedly).Arkansas geology, Magnet Town, Elvis's career and Bob Joyce.God and or the universe uses fake shysters to point you towards the real.Are the ruins of Noah's Ark in Turkey?Hiding your power levels.One of Elvis's grandkids is mixed-race.Most conspiracy stuff is third hand.America is infinite, no one actually understands politics. Whatever your vision for America is, it's way less than the fullness of how it actually is.Evolution is fake, the six different kinds of evolution, Irreducible Complexity.Why is everything so still if everything's flying through space so crazily?Is there anything positive happening on the screen? What does the algorithm promote?They always have to tell you.Life is meaningless according to them. You're just a chemical balance and that's all everything else is. There's no free-will or agency according to science.Why Jesus's biggest crowds were always sinners.Not taking things to seriously, Metaphysical Karate.Sumo has a hard time finding clothes that meet his fashion criteria.LinksBob Joyce (Elvis?) Sings How Great Thou ArtMore Linkswww.MAPSOC.orgFollow Sumo on TwitterAlternate Current RadioSupport the Show!Subscribe to the Podcast on GumroadSubscribe to the Podcast on PatreonBuy Us a Tibetan Herbal TeaSumo's SubstacksHoly is He Who WrestlesModern Pulp

How deep does the rabbit hole go when seeking spiritual guidance? What happens when the mentor you trusted becomes the source of terrifying manipulation?In a pivotal episode of the Bewitched series, therapist Audrey Hilliker shares her harrowing journey into the inner circle of Betty. Expecting growth and Akashic Records training, Audrey instead found herself trapped in a high-control environment marked by public shaming, gaslighting, and escalating demands.   Audrey recounts the chilling climax during the retreat in Croatia, descending into a nightmare of intense paranoia, induced deprivation, and absolute control. Suspicions of being drugged surface as reality itself seems to warp. How did a respected professional begin questioning her own sanity, even her closest relationships?You will not believe what Audrey's husband discovered about Betty and her true identity. It's an international complex situation which will make your jaw drop and question if Betty was one of the Devil's own closest allies.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:54) In Today's Episode...Audrey Hilliker(05:19) Past Lives and Money(12:46)  Initial Red Flags: A $10K Spiritual Betrayal(16:59)  Akashic Record Rip-Off(22:53) Gaslighting Guru - "Neutrality" Cuts Deep(33:09) Coaching Copycat: My Words, Her Gain?(38:28) The Croatia Calling(43:32) Manipulation in Paradise(55:10) We're Trapped: Control, Isolation, and a Husband's Fear(59:38) Betty's True Nature - Darkest Secrets Revealed(01:18:50) Cult Awakening(01:24:31) The 20-Minute Voicenote: My Truth Goes Viral (01:27:02) Relief, Release, and a Dark Truth(01:31:52) The Demonic Possession Case Study and The Tetrad(01:41:42) Audrey's Final Thoughts**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**  When you leave a review of the podcast, send us a screenshot and we'll send you a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.  Past Lives & Money You can still jump in. I show you how to clear the past life trauma that comes up for most spiritual women. Sign up before April 15 to get 50% OFFThe Metamorphosis starts its next round in May. This is my groundbreaking, flagship program, and the path to discover your deeper purpose. Start making money doing what you love. CONTACT AUDREYIG embodied.soleilLinkedInCONTACT ROBYN drrobynmckay.com Follow her on InstagramListen to her podcast She{ology}CONTACT ALYSEJoin my FB group Financial Freedom for Spiritual EntrepreneursFollow and DM me on IG @alyse_breathesVisit alysebreathes.comOr mail me info@alysebreathes.com

PART 2! Be sure to go back to Episode 43 to listen to the first 1/2 of this conversation, it will be richer and more fun if you do. :)

Air Date - 07 April 2025Explore the power of storytelling, the phenomenon of dreaming women and community building, ancestral healing and more with Jennifer Lisa Vest.Dr. Jennifer Lisa Vest, aka the Ethical Psychic, is an Afro-Indigenous healer, teacher, storyteller, and author in the realms of healing, ethical psychic practice, and philosophy, with over 12 years of practice as a medical intuitive.After the election, Jennifer Lisa was urged by her spirit guides to begin posting stories and guidance on social media to help people navigate away from despair and towards hope. In addition to posting her own predictions, she has been leading daily visualizations and organizing other “dreaming women” into panels to facilitate discussions and the sharing of visionsShe is the author of The Ethical Psychic: A Beginner's Guide to Healing with Integrity, a groundbreaking guidebook for ethical practice and intuitive work across modalities, and Sovereign Wisdom: Generating Native American Philosophy from Indigenous Cultures. She hosts the podcast Journal of a Medical Intuitive, available on iHeart, Apple Podcast, Spotify and other platforms.She holds a PhD in Indigenous Philosophy and Ethnic Studies from UC Berkeley, an MA in Caribbean history from Howard, and a BA in Physics from Hampshire College. Her first career was as a philosophy professor. She is certified as a Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT) practitioner and a Master Reiki practitioner, spent five years being trained by Spiritualists, and has been trained in the traditions of African American Hoodoo, Native American Sweatlodge, Jamaican Revivalism, Trinidadian Shango, and Spiritualism from community elders.She teaches a variety of classes such as Indigenous Medical Intuition and Psychic Development on The Shift Network and also offers on-demand classes on medical intuition, akashic records reading, mediumship, and healing on her website.Website: htps://www.drvestmedicalintuitive.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theethicalpsychicYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JenniferLisaVest#JenniferLisaVest #CelestialCompass #Astrology #KathyBiehlVisit the Celestial Compass Show Page https://omtimes.com/iom/shows/celestial-compass/Connect with Kathy Biehl on her website https://empowermentunlimited.net/Subscribe to our Newsletter https://omtimes.com/subscribe-omtimes-magazine/Connect with OMTimes on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Omtimes.Magazine/ and OMTimes Radio https://www.facebook.com/ConsciousRadiowebtv.OMTimes/Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmTimes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omtimes/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2798417/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/omtimes/

How do patterns of manipulation take root and hold sway, even within seemingly spiritual and empowering mentorships?In this eighth episode of the Bewitched series, we welcome Louisa Havers, a long-time associate and former teacher within Betty's Akashic Records community. Louisa offers a unique and deeply insightful perspective on the evolution of her relationship with Betty, revealing the subtle and not-so-subtle ways in which patterns of manipulation emerged and the ultimate impact on her and others .Louisa shares what initially drew her to Betty – a strong intuitive pull towards learning the Akashic Records. She recounts her early experiences, including a shocking and unfounded personal reading that, while not resonating with her, established Betty as someone with seemingly profound and unquestionable insight.As Louisa's involvement deepened, she began to witness troubling patterns: Unethical behavior in group settings, the use of spiritual concepts to justify harsh and exclusionary actions, experiences of feeling compelled to engage in programs despite inner reservations, among others.Louisa shares a significant shift in Betty's demeanor and focus around 2020, marked by an intense preoccupation with conspiracy theories and a paranoia that permeated her teachings.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:55) In Today's Episode... Louisa Havers and Patterns of Manipulation(03:34) Announcements(06:48) Louisa's Story: Coming Forward and Working with Betty(11:34) " Born Out of Marital Rape"...Trauma Bonding Begins(17:03) Unethical Betty Enters The Room(21:50) Telepathic Messages. 1 Star for Betty(29:13) I Don't Want To...But I'll Do It. Cross-Teaming(34:47) Reflecting on Paranoia, 2020 and The Shift(40:48) Navigating Uncertainty and Trust. Community Dynamics and Isolation(43:47) Escalation and Red Flags(46:07) Breaking Away Elegantly. Concerns, Cult-like Behavior, and  Narcissistic Traits(59:10) Understanding the Dark Tetrad(01:04:09) Personal Reflections and Healing...How Did We Miss This?(01:09:30)  Emperor's New Clothes (01:14:12) Final Thoughts and Moving Forward**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**  When you leave a review of the podcast, send us a screenshot and we'll send you a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.  The Mothership  gives you full access to my entire body of work. Sign up to gain exclusive access to my mastermind Zone of GeniusPast Lives & Money just started and you can still jump in. I show you how to clear the past life trauma that comes up for most spiritual women.The Metamorphosis starts its next round in May. This is my groundbreaking, flagship program, and the path to discover your deeper purpose. Start making money doing what you love. CONTACT ROBYN drrobynmckay.com Follow her on InstagramListen to her podcast She{ology}CONTACT ALYSEJoin my FB group Financial Freedom for Spiritual EntrepreneursFollow and DM me on IG @alyse_breathesVisit alysebreathes.comOr mail me info@alysebreathes.com

Rebel Phoenix and Stella Ruinae are hosts of the very popular YouTube show, Thriving In Chaos. The show consist of paranormal, mystery and everything else that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Today's episode is with founder Rebel Phoenix. Thriving In Chaos Show YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RoNM-rO0aoI&t=207sThriving In Chaos Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/SpiritualAdvisor88/Thriving in Chaos TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@thrivingninchaosThriving In Chaos Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/rebelphoenixthrivinginchaos/reel/DFRTzEWJxIO/Al Cooley's Book Spencer's Ghosts:Amazonhttps://a.co/d/fpQbkcUBarnes & Noblehttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/spencers-ghosts-a-l-cooley/1146061435?ean=9798990477506Spencer's Ghosts for $9.99. Add code Y652EB at checkout in Bookshop on my book section on my website: www.authoralcooley.comGoodreads Giveaways, enter a chance to win a signed copy of Spencer's Ghost paperback:https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/217077698-spencer-s-ghostsTo appear on Ghosts In The Valley Podcast, or  purchase Spencer's Ghosts Print or ebookwww.authoralcooley.comMusic: Energetic MusicPodcast Artwork: Al Cooley

Welcome Tammi Meehan LMHC, artist and clinical therapist. Tammi is originally from Boston and studied at Parsons School of Design in New York City. From there, she went on to the University of Paris at the Sorbonne in France and later received a BFA from Massachusetts College of Art in 1993. Sixteen years later, Tammi returned to school and received a Masters of Education in Counseling Psychology from Cambridge College in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In 2019, Tammi Meehan integrated her counseling and painting practices. As a Clinical Therapist, her interests in Jungian Psychology, Neuroscience, Quantum Physics, and Spiritualism are recognizable influences. Her daily meditation practice is the mainspring of her current work and represents eclectic integrations of conceptual methodologies, cosmic symbolism, archetypal visions, and stylistic diversity. Tammi Meehan spoke with The Artists Index's cofounder, documentarian, and podcast host, Ron Fortier, last summer about her passion for color and texture using acrylic and oil paint, oil stick, dry pigment, charcoal, and graphite to create surfaces that flirt with the viewer to touch. This episode was recorded at our recording studio at Spectrum Marketing Group at Howland Place in New Bedford.   Tammi Meehan Fairhaven, Massachusetts 02719 Email | Website | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Other   Please consider donating whatever you can to help and assure us in our mission to continue documenting the legacies of South Coast Artists. If you would like to be a guest on The Artists Index or have a suggestion, please let us know!    

Kavi's thoughts on Jonah, Leviathan and how the Nephilim survived the flood.Dragons in every ancient culture.Modern day Nephilim and RH Negative blood.A is for Adamski, UFO abductions and the Cherokee Indians.Why has the Jew hate been allowed to increase over recent years?Neville Lancelot Goddard, the Secret, American's are still spiritually alive.Joseph Smith, relics and the Shourd of Turin.Don't blackpill, work your own miracles, belief as a muscle.LinksS3E047: Being Trad Before it was CoolMore Linkswww.MAPSOC.orgFollow Sumo on TwitterAlternate Current RadioSupport the Show!Subscribe to the Podcast on GumroadSubscribe to the Podcast on PatreonBuy Us a Tibetan Herbal TeaSumo's SubstacksHoly is He Who WrestlesModern Pulp

Today we take a peek at the interesting life of author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the man who invented the world's most famous and influential literary detective, Sherlock Holmes. However, Doyle was never really that interested in the fictional creation that made him famous. He was very interested, though, in spiritualism, and took part in hundreds of seances and wrote dozens of books, pamphlets, and newspaper articles attesting to a belief he saw as indisputable fact: that the dead surround us and we can speak with them. For Merch and everything else Bad Magic related, head to: https://www.badmagicproductions.com 

What if everything you believed about healing and personal transformation was being used against you?In this episode of Bewitched, Nicole Cherie Hesse pulls back the curtain on the psychological and emotional stranglehold that Betty—the so-called spiritual mentor—had over her life. What started as a pursuit of self-discovery and growth turned into a high-control, cult-like environment where devotion was demanded, obedience was expected, and questioning was punished.Nicole entered the relationship with Betty from a place of ambition and a desire to work with a woman who embodied spiritual entrepreneurship. Initially impressed by Betty's visibility, network, and her promise of deep, transformational work, she soon encountered unethical sales tactics and misleading revenue claims.  Nicole describes how Betty used spiritual teachings as weapons—convincing her to ignore her instincts, surrender personal autonomy, and submit to a system that prioritized Betty's ego over real transformation. How does a mentor create an environment where independent thought feels like betrayal?What does it take to wake up and see the manipulation for what it truly is?And once the spell is broken—how do you recover from the damage left behind?Nicole's story is one of awakening, resistance, and ultimately, escape. If you've ever felt uneasy about a spiritual leader's control or questioned whether a community was truly supporting your growth, this episode will strike a nerve.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:53) The Deeper Trauma Work(01:58) The Sacred Money Mind Program(04:31) In Today's Episode...Nicole Cherie Hess: Finding Betty(09:11) The Unethical Sales Call and The Revenue Share Deal(12:53) 6 and 7 Figures Who?(21:55) The Dark and Devious Companion - A.K.A. Olivia Benson(34:27) The San Diego Retreat and Further Doubts(37:45) Strange Flight Experience and Disappointing Expectations(42:53) Wolf Sanctuary Shock: It's a Drug Deal(50:53) What Business Advice?(54:12) Conspiracy Theories, Scientology, and The Compound(01:04:19) Trauma Bond(01:08:00) The Mexico Retreat Brings Financial Realizations and Withdrawal(01:10:37) The Final Retreat Invitation, Narcissistic Manipulation, and Day Trading(01:16:20) Hi, I'm Bumblebee - The Last Call: Hitting You Where It Hurts(01:26:16) Lessons Learned... Moving Forward(01:31:26) A Piece of Advice on Red Flags**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**Leave a review, send us a screenshot and get a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.The Sacred Money Mind is returning April 1st. This is like nothing you've ever experienced when it comes to uncovering and dissolving what is unconsciously standing in the way of you attracting and normalizing larger amounts of money.Dissolve Your Core Wound Live Event I'm so excited to announce that Saturday, March 29th from 10-6pm, I'll be at the Philadelphia Rebirthing Center. This immersive day combines expert teaching, experiential work, and deep healing to create lasting change.CONTACT NICOLE IG moneymakingunicornsListen to Real Unicorns Don't Wear PantsCONTACT ALYSE@alyse_breathesalysebreathes.cominfo@alysebreathes.com

Send us a textPrepare for a cosmic revolution as Neptune leaps from the dreamy waters of Pisces into the blazing fire of Aries in 2025, marking the beginning of a transformative 14-year cycle that will radically reshape our spiritual landscape.The last time Neptune traversed Aries (1862-1875), humanity witnessed the American Civil War alongside profound spiritual innovations – from religious revivals to the birth of movements like Theosophy and Spiritualism. Now, as this rare transit returns, we stand on the precipice of similar transformation. Neptune's mystical, boundary-dissolving energy collides with Aries' pioneering impulse, creating a paradoxical cosmic cocktail that both inspires visionary action and potentially fuels zealotry.Drawing from historical patterns and astrological wisdom, Jill Jardine illuminates what we can expect: a changing of the guard in global leadership, the emergence of new spiritual movements, technological breakthroughs driven by idealistic visions, and a fundamental reckoning with how we balance individual expression against collective welfare. The spiritual "woo-woo" that flourished under Neptune in Pisces will face Aries' demand for tangible results – the dreamers must now become doers.The episode concludes with a comprehensive breakdown of how this transit affects each zodiac sign, offering personalized guidance for navigating these transformative energies. Whether you're an Aries experiencing profound identity shifts or a Capricorn restructuring your foundations, Neptune in Aries promises to catalyze evolution in specific areas of your life.Ready to understand how this once-in-a-lifetime astrological event will reshape our world and your personal journey? Download this episode now and subscribe for more cosmic insights. Your five-star review helps others discover these vital astrological forecasts that prepare us for the spiritual revolution ahead.Support the show

Comic book talk.Jonah is an incredible story, Leviathan, the Great Fish.Are the Conan the Barbarian stories actually real history?Abraham was a minor warlord for awhile.Behemoth and Leviathan, what are they?Strange animal husbandry, hybrid bloodlines, giants in the Bible, why the Israelites wiped out entire tribes of people in the Promised Land.Shape-shifting pigs.David's Mighty Men, how tall was Goliath actually? Cubits and measurement inaccuracies.How did the giants survive the flood?Gregarious forms, lion-faced men.Why David picked up 5 stones to fight Goliath.The Biblical cinematic universe.Adam's comics and their backstory.LinksE. Adam Farris on SubstackS1E039: This Isn't Even Our Gregarious FormMore Linkswww.MAPSOC.orgFollow Sumo on TwitterAlternate Current RadioSupport the Show!Subscribe to the Podcast on GumroadSubscribe to the Podcast on PatreonBuy Us a Tibetan Herbal TeaSumo's SubstacksHoly is He Who WrestlesModern Pulp

"What if your spiritual mentor wasn't expanding your potential—but systematically breaking you down?"Today, we sit down with Andrea Donnelly, who most of you already know, to delve into her captivating and transformative experience with Betty. Her story unveils the subtle yet insidious nature of high-control dynamics and the profound journey of reclaiming oneself after entanglement with a manipulative figure.Andrea recounts her initial attraction to Betty's mentorship, drawn in by the promise of guidance and empowerment. However, the narrative soon shifts as Andrea exposes the gradual erosion of boundaries, the manipulation, and the psychological impact of being under Betty's influence.But this isn't just a story of entanglement; it's a story of reclamation. Andrea's journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of self-discovery. She shares the pivotal moments that led to her awakening and the challenges she faced in freeing-up herself from Betty's grip. If you've ever questioned the dynamics of a mentorship, felt uneasy in a coaching relationship, or are on your own journey of self-discovery, Andrea's story will resonate deeply. It's a reminder that recognizing and escaping controlling influences is possible.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:55) In Today's Episode...Andrea Donnelly(02:12) Sacred Money Mind: Heal Your Core Wound(05:14) Andrea's Initial Journey with Betty. Why Betty?(12:40) How to Reach $50k Months in 30 Days: Truth or...?(18:41) The Punishment...It's All About Us(31:53) Psychic Attacks and Energetic Interference(38:48) The San Diego Retreat Decision...You're Fired! - Manipulation Tactics and Isolation(45:25) Crash, Boom, Bam, Rise and Repeat(51:13) Harnessing Personal Magic and Energy. The Dark Matrix and Suppressed Gifts(54:40) Destabilization and Victim Blaming(01:00:59) The Santa Fe Retreat Dilemma and The "Business Mastermind"(01:09:28) No Help - Your Trauma Wins(01:12:55) Retreat Stressful and Violent Dynamics...Betty, Oh Betty!(01:24:35) Navigating Destabilization and Trauma(01:26:36) Realizations and Course Correction(01:30:09) The Impact of Spiritual Intelligence(01:33:32) Red Flags(01:38:38) Energy Siphoning and Possession(01:44:01) Hinky Stuff(01:50:09) Breaking Free and Finding Relief(01:57:17) Healing and Reclaiming Sovereignty**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**Leave a review, send us a screenshot and get a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.The Sacred Money Mind is returning April 1st. This is like nothing you've ever experienced when it comes to uncovering and dissolving what is unconsciously standing in the way of you attracting and normalizing larger amounts of money.Dissolve Your Core Wound Live Event I'm so excited to announce that Saturday, March 29th from 10-6pm, I'll be at the Philadelphia Rebirthing Center. This immersive day combines expert teaching, experiential work, and deep healing to create lasting change.CONTACT ROBYN drrobynmckay.com Follow her on InstagramListen to She{ology}robyn@drrobynmckay.comCONTACT ALYSE@alyse_breathesalysebreathes.cominfo@alysebreathes.com

What the @&$#? We'll TELL you what the @&#$#! We delve into the history and uses of cursing with writer and professor Dr. Marissa Rhodes! And if that doesn't make you blush, brace yourselves - it's our Most Embarrassing Moments. GUEST Marissa C. Rhodes Dig: A History Podcast www.digpodcast.org  Dig has a new book out:  Spiritualism's Place: Reformers, Seekers, and Seances in Lily Dale *Special thanks to Melissa Mohr's book Holy Shit: A Brief History of Swearing HOUSE BAND Cory Springhorn SPONSORS Get 15% off OneSkin with the code PAULA at https://www.oneskin.co/  #oneskinpod Helix is having a March Madness sale! Go to HelixSleep.com/paula for 20% Off Sitewide!  Build your support system with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/PAULA today to get 10% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chess lessons and black people speak a different language.Godward's thoughts on the conversation with MyFitnessFeelings from last week.Benevolent dictatorship, trusting that your government doesn't want to kill you, the noble lie.The government is following an alchemical process.The 4 phases of alchemy.We love the jews.Steelman arguments for lying to the public.People want to be anxious and fearful.Dentistry is fake.You can become the expert now.The point of bureaucracy is to distribute blame, don't write down any laws.Killing Walt Whitman, breaking the rules, the law is a teacher.Left brain vs right brain, a Trinity built into each person.How is Godward doing? Kavi is a mystery.LinksGodward Podcast on YouTubeGodward's PateronMore Linkswww.MAPSOC.orgFollow Sumo on TwitterAlternate Current RadioSupport the Show!Subscribe to the Podcast on GumroadSubscribe to the Podcast on PatreonBuy Us a Tibetan Herbal TeaSumo's SubstacksHoly is He Who WrestlesModern Pulp

The Dragon, Wolf, and Owl tackle the ins and outs of keeping your home spiritually refreshed. In addition to covering some simple staples for each kind of room, basic omen divination for when something is off, and discrete ways to elevate the vibe while living with roommates, the gang also considers the importance of managing the ambient dead—especially in getting them to leave you well alone when you're conjuring. Support us on patreon.com/TheFrightfulHowls and follow us at twitter.com/FrightfulHowls.

 This week, Naomi covers the horrific murder of a 14-year-old girl in Cleveland, Ohio that inspired legislation in that state to further ensure the safety of school-aged children. Then Amber covers Ramtha's School of Enlightenment and leader JZ Knight. This week, Amber is drinking Airfield. A resiling from Yakima Valley. Naomi's Sources: Murder of Alianna DeFreeze - Wikipedia'She still played with baby dolls': Mother of Alianna DeFreeze testifies at death penalty trial - cleveland.comhttps://fox8.com/alianna-defreezes-mother-opens-uphttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pbdJOJK-RGoSee No Evil S6E16 – The Girl on the BusAmber's Sources: Ramtha's School of Enlightenment - WikipediaRainy Day Rabbit Holes Podcast – Pacific Northwest History & HumorThe Ancient Spirit That Settled in Small-Town Washington | Seattle MetNew Age movement | Spiritualism, Holistic Health & Mysticism | BritannicaRamtha's School of Enlightenment | Encyclopedia.com  Support the showGo check out our patreon page athttps://www.patreon.com/crimewineandchaosFor more information about Crime, Wine & Chaos, or to simply reach out and say "hi,"https://www.crimewineandchaos.comCrime, Wine & Chaos is produced by 8th Direction Records. Music by Jeremy Williams. Artwork by Joshua M. DavisAmber is the vocalist in the band, Tin Foil Top Hat. You can find more of her work on all of the music streaming platforms or athttps://www.tinfoiltophat.comNaomi has a twenty year career in tech, and a lifetime interest in all things macabre. She walked away from #startuplife to strike a new path rooted in service. You can find out more about the work she's focused on, support those initiatives, and keep up on her socials here: https://linktr.ee/missgnomers

" Whether you believe Christ is a Messiah or not, Christ is love and there was no love. Nothing in this experience leads me to believe that she comes from love."This is Part 2 of Robyn's story in our "Bewitched" series, where we continue exposing the manipulation, coercion, and psychological control that played out under Betty's so-called spiritual mentorship. If you thought Part 1 was shocking, this episode dives even deeper into the unraveling of truth—and the final breaking point that led Robyn to escape Betty's grip for good.Robyn opens up about the mental gymnastics, fear-based conditioning, and deep emotional entanglement that made leaving feel nearly impossible. We discuss how Betty weaponized trust and intuition to create a false sense of empowerment—only to systematically break women down, erode their confidence, and make them dependent on her approval.But what happens when you start questioning the narrative? When the fear of leaving finally outweighs the fear of staying?If you've ever felt trapped in a coaching relationship where your growth was being controlled instead of nurtured, this conversation will give you the clarity and validation you need.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:52) In Today's Episode...Robyn's Story: The Top of the Hill(04:23) The Sacred Money Mind Announcement(07:26) Setting Up The Croatia Retreat(15:39) The Divorce - Betty's Hidden Agenda(21:31) No Privacy - "We're Being Watched"(32:02) The Christos Revelation: "I am The Messiah". It's Not All Bad Stuff(40:01) Drug Induced Psychosis?(45:35) Paranoia: The Freemasons Are Here and The Blood Moon Sacrifice(52:25)  The Retreat's Collapse. We're Going Home...Kind Of(58:57) Role Reversal: From Client to Servant(01:00:38) The Strategy, The Workhorse, and Helen of Troy?(01:03:28) The Farm Visit: $hit Gets Weirder(01:07:00) "We've Been Poisoned". Betty's Marriage Proposal(01:11:22) "Are They Human"?, A "Vortex of Energy", Horses, and "The Surrogate"(01:20:28) Breaking Point: The Retreat Call Meltdown and The Horse Sanctuary(01:27:48) Science Eyes, The Snake Bite, and Cutting Ties with Betty(01:39:51) "What's Missing?". Healing and Moving Forward**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**Leave a review, send us a screenshot and get a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.The Sacred Money Mind is like nothing you've ever experienced when it comes to uncovering and dissolving what is unconsciously standing in the way of you attracting and normalizing larger amounts of money.Dissolve Your Core Wound Live Event I'm so excited to announce that Saturday, March 29th from 10-6pm, I'll be at the Philadelphia Rebirthing Center. This immersive day combines expert teaching, experiential work, and deep healing to create lasting change. You'll leave understanding exactly what's been holding you back and how to transform it permanently.CONTACT ROBYN drrobynmckay.com Follow her on InstagramListen to her podcast She{ology}Or contact her directly at robyn@drrobynmckay.comCONTACT ALYSEJoin my FB groupIG @alyse_breathesVisit alysebreathes.cominfo

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The Morris Pratt Institute was built to study the spirit world—but in Whitewater, some believe it opened doors that were never meant to be unlocked.IN THIS EPISODE: Whitewater legend says that the bizarre experiments conducted at the Morris Pratt Institute of Spiritualism in Wisconsin, to communicate with the dead, have left the town cursed by witches and haunted by restless spirits. It's no wonder it has garnered the nickname of “Second Salem.” (Whitewater: The Second Salem) *** The Wild West had many drifters with troubled pasts. One found himself at the heart of one of the most infamous crimes in American history. Ben Kuhl went from horse theft, to stagecoach robbery, to murder – from notoriety to infamy – all in pursuit of elusive riches. Finally arrested and convicted due to a bloody handprint (The Last Stagecoach Robbery) *** Fred West was just a regular boy, or so it seemed. But behind closed doors, in reality, he was becoming evil incarnate. And upon meeting his future wife Rose, it only expanded his predatory predilections. Fred and Rose descended from petty crimes to unspeakable horrors of rape and murder – even of the most young and innocent. From their "House of Horrors" the depths of their depravity was acted out — hidden from site. But as the walls closed in and the truth emerged, the true horror of their crimes was laid bare. (The Evils of Fred And Rose West) *** AND MORE!CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Lead-In00:02:38.498 = Show Open00:04:51.531 = Whitewater: The Second Salem00:24:08.642 = The Evils of Fred And Rose West00:40:15.583 = The Last Stagecoach Robbery00:54:13.236 = Bygone Gluttons01:06:56.754 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Whitewater: The Second Salem” by Charlie Hintz for Wisconsin Frights: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p9bktup“Bygone Gluttons” by Ben Gazur for ListVerse: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p99hjxj“The Evils of Fred and Rose West” from Biography: https://www.biography.com/crime/fred-west“The Last Stagecoach Robbery” from Creative History Stories: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdh3h8h5=====Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateInfo on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamInfo on the next WEIRDO WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TV=====(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: April 16, 2024EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/HauntedWhitewater

When a mentor demands your devotion, isolates you from loved ones, and convinces you she's the only source of truth—what do you do?In this jaw-dropping episode of the "Bewitched" series, Dr. Robyn McKay and I sit with Alicia Isaacs Howes to continue exposing the dangerous underbelly of high-control spiritual mentorship. This time, Alicia bravely shares her decade-long entanglement with "Betty," revealing how a once-inspiring coach slowly tightened her grip—leading to mind games, emotional abuse, and a shocking retreat that would change everything.Alicia was an insider—trusted, given leadership roles, and made to feel "special." But behind the curtain, she witnessed red flags disguised as high standards, clients being publicly shamed, and a leader who claimed to be more than just a mentor—she claimed to be God.This conversation exposes the divide-and-conquer tactics, bizarre retreats filled with paranoia, sleep deprivation, and starvation, and the final, terrifying twist—when Alicia was told her own family had turned against her.We're not sugarcoating anything in this conversation. If you've ever felt uneasy about a coach, mentor, or leader but couldn't quite put your finger on why—this episode will give you the clarity you need to trust your instincts and break free.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:53) In Today's Episode...Alicia Isaacs Howes(03:46) Upcoming Events(06:45) Alicia's Beginning's with Betty - Early Red Flags(13:02) The Sedona Retreat - Betty's Dark Transformation(35:26) The Croatia Retreat: A Turning Point - "I am Christos"(41:21) Paranoia, The Hotel is Not Safe and A Night of Control and Fear(52:40) The Retreat's Abrupt End(56:31) The Journey to the Next Location, Realization, and Escape(01:02:48) The Final Confrontation and Reflecting on the Experience(01:27:24) Moving Forward with New Wisdom**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**Leave a review, send us a screenshot and get a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.The Sacred Money Mind is like nothing you've ever experienced when it comes to uncovering and dissolving what is unconsciously standing in the way of you attracting and normalizing larger amounts of money.Dissolve Your Core Wound Live Event I'm so excited to announce that Saturday, March 29th from 10-6pm, I'll be at the Philadelphia Rebirthing Center. This immersive day combines expert teaching, experiential work, and deep healing to create lasting change. You'll leave understanding exactly what's been holding you back and how to transform it permanently.CONTACT ROBYN drrobynmckay.com Follow her on InstagramListen to her podcast She{ology}Or contact her directly at robyn@drrobynmckay.comCONTACT ALYSEJoin my FB groupIG @alyse_breathesVisit alysebreathes.cominfo@alysebreathes.com

Danielle Aykroyd is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who performs under the name Vera Sola. Sometimes called the "lost love child of Leonard Cohen and Nancy Sinatra," Vera Sola's smoky vocalization and searing, soaring songs have a cinematic aspect to them, and would feel equally at home in a David Lynch film or a prairie full of phantoms. A trained poet, her lyrics are twisting and imagistic, marked alternatively by restrained mystery and a resplendent, wild-eyed rage.Her 2018 debut LP, Shades, which she plays every instrument on, is a study in shadowy Americana and mesmeric incantation. Her sophomore album of 2024, Peacemaker, is a more expansive extravaganza with lush orchestration, dark dreamscapes, and tales of vengeance, heartache, and haunting. Vera Sola's new EP, Ghostmaker is a pared-down resurrection of Peacemaker tracks, and features a brand new song, “The Ghostmaster's Daughter.”On this episode, Danielle discusses howspirits guide her music, her relationship to ghosts, and the liberating power of finding her voice.Pam also talks about the feminist history of Spiritualism, and answers a listener question about a precarious prediction. Vera Sola's songs featured in the audio version of this podcast episode are as follows:“Circles” from Shades“Bad Idea” from Peacemaker“The Ghostmaster's Daughter” from Ghostmaker“Blood Bond” from Peacemaker“Instrument of War” from PeacemakerCheck out the video of this episode over on YouTube (and please like and subscribe to the channel while you're at it!)Our sponsors for this episode are Mithras Candle, BetterHelp, Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab, and Dear Antigone.We also have print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here, and all sorts of other bewitching goodies available in the Witch Wave shop.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to detailed show notes, bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam's monthly online rituals, and more! That's patreon.com/witchwave

In this episode, the story of Clever Hans, the horse who changed psychology for the better. We also sit down with psychologist and magician Matt Tompkins. Matt is the author of The Spectacle of Illusion, a book about the long history of the manipulation of our own magical thinking and how studying deception can help us better understand perception, memory, belief, and more.How Minds ChangeDavid McRaney's BlueSkyDavid McRaney's TwitterYANSS TwitterMatt Tompkin's WebsiteThe Spectacle of IllusionPrisoners of SilenceClever HansWilhelm von OstenCarl Sagan QuoteScience of Magic AssociationSociety for Psychical ResearchSkeptical Inquirer MagazineHoudini's Debunking

  Dr. Olivia Cacchione, a musicologist, sat with Patrick in the parlor to discuss her current work and study of music and sound in Victorian seances. Olivia also shared about years of uncomfortable out-of-body experiences and hearing voices that led to her being diagnosed with Temporal Lobe Epilepsy. Plus skepticism, haunted listening, enchantment, possibility vs. disbelief, Victorians and the accordion, the channeled music of Rosemary Brown, and asking the question, “How does music haunt us?” Visit BigSeance.com/257 for more info. Other Listening Options Direct Download Link   In this episode: Intro :00 Dr. Olivia Cacchione studies the sounds of ghosts and hauntings throughout history. She's a musicologist who earned her PhD at Northwestern University and received a Mellon Fellowship to conduct her extensive archival research across England and America. She is currently working on a book that highlights the role of music and sound in Victorian seances. Olivia's dissertation examined the cultural history of hearing, questioning how music haunts us, with an emphasis on the lived experience of the Victorian-era spiritualist séance. She covered Daniel Dunglas Home's accordion, the Davenport Brothers' musical cabinet, and lesser known mediums like Jennie Lord, who practically invented the musical seance. And Olivia wants you to know that she has a cat who is proudly named Madame Blavatsky. You can learn more about Olivia Cacchione and her work by visiting welcometotheseance.com. :45 What is a musicologist? 2:02 From harp performance to a PhD in musicology. 3:44 Patrick once again nerds out about the theremin. 6:12 More on where this interest in Victorian Spiritualism came from, and the pushback from her colleagues regarding her chosen area of study. 7:32 Hearing Voices. “When I was 15, I began ‘hearing things.' It took me ten years to receive a diagnosis of Temporal Lobe Epilepsy.” 10:51 Olivia's voices and out-of-body experiences. Are they paranormal? Or are they just symptoms of her diagnosis? 15:24 Enchantment. 16:45 “[The episodes were] very dark and quite scary, actually.” 18:05 Possibility vs Disbelief. 19:03 Victorian Spiritualists and Seances. For Victorians, it was really dark at night! 21:49 Haunted Listening. 27:56 Patrick reminisces about experiences years ago with his “rapper” from doing EVP research and experiments. 29:28 “How does music haunt us? What does it mean to be haunted, mesmerized, enchanted, or spellbound by a work?” 32:24 Check out Jerry Goldsmith's score for the 1985 film, The Explorers. 35:40 “[Victorians] simply had a different relationship with music.” 39:09 Music as a trigger. 41:11 Victorians and the accordion. 42:47 Residual music from the Bird Cage Theatre. 43:57 A Musical Seance featuring Rosemary Brown, who claimed to channel music from the great composers. 46:01 Alfred Russel Wallace. 48:28 “Before I was diagnosed, I absolutely thought, 'Maybe I'm psychic.' I wanted to lean in that direction with it.” 50:07 “People hear what I'm studying and they immediately want to tell me their own ghost stories. And you realize just how many people have ghost stories, and I love hearing them.” 51:12 Olivia's final thoughts. 54:40 Outro 56:27   Resources welcometotheseance.com     The Big Seance Podcast can be found right here, on Apple Podcasts, Pandora, Spotify, TuneIn Radio, Amazon Music, Audible, iHeart Radio, and YouTube. Please subscribe and share with a fellow paranerd! Do you have any comments or feedback? Please contact me at Patrick@BigSeance.com. Consider recording your voice feedback directly from your device on my SpeakPipe page! I would love to include your voice feedback in a future show. The candles are already lit, so come on in and join the seance!  

Gene and cohost Tim Swartz present a return appearance from Shannon Taggart. She first became aware of Spiritualism as a teenager, when her cousin received a message from a medium that revealed details about her grandfather's death. In 2001, while working as a photographer, she began taking pictures where that message was received, Lily Dale, New York, home to the world's largest Spiritualist community—proceeding to other such communities as England's Arthur Findlay College. Taggart expected to spend one summer figuring out the tricks of the Spiritualist trade. Instead, Spiritualism's mysterious processes, earnest practitioners, and neglected photographic history became an inspiration. Her project evolved into an eighteen-year journey that has taken her around the world. In this interview, she also discusses the 11th Annual Symposium at Lilly Dale, NY, set for July 23, 2025 through July 26, 2025. Events include: Spoon Bending Party, with Shannon Taggart and guests, The Paranormal Object, with Jack Hunter, The Cinematic Séance: A History of Spiritualism and Film, with Murray Leeder, The Mystery of Gef the Talking Mongoose (really), with Christopher Josiffe, Richard Shaver: A Personal Mythology of Secret Caves and Ancient Rocks, with Doug Skinner, and much more. Her website: www.shannontaggart.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-paracast-the-gold-standard-of-paranormal-radio--6203433/support.

My special guest tonight is Saryon who guides us through some of his unbelievable abilities and experiences of channeling ascended masters, remote viewing and out-of-body travels. In Spiritism and Spiritualism the medium has the role of an intermediary between the world of the living and the world of spirit. Mediums claim that they can listen to and relay messages from spirits, or that they can allow a spirit to control their body and speak through it directly or by using automatic writing or drawing.At Mysterious Radio, we're on an exciting journey to create a space fully supported by our amazing fans, moving away from advertisements altogether! We're thrilled to offer our content exclusively to our wonderful community of Patreon members and Apple Subscribers. You'll enjoy every episode without any ads, and we can share our episodes with you without censorship. Plus, joining us unlocks over 1000 bonus segments and episodes that will blow your mind! While the price is set to rise to $9.99, you can jump on board right now for just $5, and that's forever! Join The Brain Trust Now.

Some houses hold memories, but on Camp Avenue, the past refuses to rest—where the echoes of a brutal night in 1978 still linger, and the question remains: can the dead ever truly leave?Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateInfo on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamInfo on the next WEIRDO WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TVIN THIS EPISODE: The ax murders in Villisca, Iowa. The Defeo murders made famous by the Amityville Horror. Two crime scenes where no one heard a thing. The same thing happened in the charming little area of Churchill's Grove… a story not so famous, but just as disturbing. (No One Heard a Thing – The Simon Peter Nelson Murders) *** Lily Dale… where Spiritualism is celebrated and practiced more than just the spooky months. Populated by hundreds of psychics and mediums, it has become a kind of tourist attraction for those seeking a psychic reading. (Welcome to Lily Dale) *** Bowden Road in Huntsville, Texas seems to have no end of paranormal activity and strange experiences – particularly the section of road that leads straight into Martha Chapel Cemetery. Bowden Road is considered so haunted, locals have come to call it Demons Road. (Demons Road of Huntsville)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Show Open00:01:59.661 = Demons Road of Huntsville00:08:47.519 = No One Heard a Thing: The Simon Peter Nelson Murders00:30:55.689 = Welcome to Lily Dale00:39:43.463 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…Episode Page at WeirdDarkness.com: https://weirddarkness.com/SimonPeterNelson“Demons Road of Huntsville” by Dana Goolsby for Texas Escapes: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdpt36m4“No One Heard a Thing – The Simon Peter Nelson Murders” by Stuart R. Wahlin, posted to Medium.com:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4key7czw“Welcome to Lily Dale” from the Hidden Haunts Paranormal Facebook page: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8h3ca2=====(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: January 17, 2023TRANSCRIPT: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ycktjydd

Watch the VIDEO version of the LIVE SCREAM: https://weirddarkness.com/livescream20251125/IN THIS EPISODE: We've always been fascinated by the supernatural. Ghost stories, eerie events, even trying to communicate with the other side. In this month's LiveScream I'm diving into a book by Troy Taylor that's first chapter is one of the most in-depth studies of the history of Spiritualism you've likely ever heard without being a paranormal historian yourself!SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Cabinet of Curiosities” by Troy Taylor: https://amzn.to/40dqvY8Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. = = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: January 25, 2025CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScream20251125

The Zodiac Killer's reign of terror might be one of America's greatest mysteries, but beneath the chilling letters and unsolved murders lies a web of speculation, contradictions, and the haunting possibility that the truth is far more elusive than we imagine.Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateInfo on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamInfo on the next WEIRDO WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TVIN THIS EPISODE: A man starts to dig a swimming pool in his backyard – and unearths numerous human corpses. The resulting story is so incredible that it inspired the film, “Grave Secrets”. The true story behind the “Black Hope Horror”. (Black Hope Horror) *** America… the home of baseball, apple pie, jazz, and… the birth of spiritualism. (Spiritualism) *** From the spirits of famous female historical figures, to the girlish ghouls of urban legend, female ghosts are some of the scariest spirits out there. (Ghoulish Ghost Girls) *** Was the legendary serial killer the Zodiac a hoax? (Zodiac: The Phantom Killer) *** A hundred years ago, the Spanish Influenza epidemic ripped through the United States, with fatalities reaching as high as 1,000 per week. We'll look at what happened. (The Epidemic That Brought America To Its Knees) *** A young girl, dealing with the trauma of her parents getting a divorce, is traumatized even more when staying at a friend's house that appears to be haunted. (A Haunted House, Sleep Paralysis, and Shadow People) *** Joan Crawford's daughter exposed her sadistic behavior – but how truthful were those accusations? (The Claims of Christina Crawford) *** Along with sightings of Bigfoot, extraterrestrials, ghosts, and shadow people, there is a growing number of reports of entities which appear to be wearing futuristic armor, or high-tech suits. Could these be inter-dimensional beings? Extraterrestrial spacemen? Time-traveling soldiers? What is it people are seeing? (Armored Phantoms)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Cold Open00:03:08.818 = Show Intro00:05:53.050 = Zodiac: The Phantom Killer00:43:05.803 = Spiritualism in America00:49:47.284 = Ghoulish Ghost Girls00:57:45.123 = Armored Phantoms01:20:52.239 = The 1900s Epidemic That Brought America To Its Knees01:29:17.637 = Haunted House, Sleep Paralysis, and Shadow People01:39:29.343 = The Claims of Christina Crawford01:45:34.576 = The Black Hope Horror01:53:28.736 = Show CloseSOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Zodiac: The Phantom Killer”: https://tinyurl.com/s39qy65“Spiritualism in America” by Troy Taylor: https://tinyurl.com/s48kes8“Ghoulish Ghost Girls” by Carolyn Cox: http://ow.ly/AysF30mi5HS“The 1900s Epidemic That Brought America To Its Knees” by Troy Taylor: https://tinyurl.com/wpvaes2“Haunted House, Sleep Paralysis, and Shadow People” by Rachel Grace: https://tinyurl.com/talccxq“The Claims of Christina Crawford” by Gina Dimuro: https://tinyurl.com/ydcy3lmj“Black Hope Horror”: https://tinyurl.com/rvdsk2l“Armored Phantoms” by Brent Swancer: https://tinyurl.com/qusshmnWeird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. = = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: October 19, 2018SOURCES PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/UnmaskingTheZodiacTRANSCRIPT: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4e52fun2